Jesus: I am focused on playing for Arsenal and will return to Palmeiras if I return to Brazil in the future

October 28th Arsenal forward Jesus said in an interview with the media this week that he is still focused on playing for the Gunners, but will consider returning to Palmeiras in the future.

The 28-year-old Jesus, who has been sidelined since suffering an anterior cruciate ligament injury against Manchester United in January, said his comeback is progressing smoothly. Although he remains focused on Arsenal, the idea of ​​returning to his boyhood club still appeals to him.

"Every day, Arsenal's coach and management express their expectation for me to return to the team. I don't think I am not in the club's plan. My contract will only expire in 2027. Even if it is not renewed by then, I will stay at the club until 2027 at least."

Jesus At that time, he said that Palmeiras's intention in his career was two-way: "It has always existed for them and for me, but there has not been any formal contact yet. For a kid who came out of the Palmeiras youth training camp and went to Europe, this intention is natural, and obviously there is always Will want to go back one day. Everyone in the club understands this. If I want to go back to Brazil one day, I have no plans yet. My goal will always be Palmeiras. "

Talking about his recovery, Jesus said: "I feel very good now. The response of my knee is very good. I am looking forward to returning to the team as soon as possible and doing what I love again. It's been so long and this is the worst injury I've ever had in my life. When you can see the end of recovery, it's important not to rush, stay grounded, and when the time comes, I'll be ready. "